No significant election campaign law breaches reported in Latvia thus far
In the lead-up to Latvia's European elections on June 8, sixteen political parties have submitted their applications, marking an increase from the current eight deputy seats that the next European Parliament will hold.
The upcoming elections will take place from June 6 to 9 across the Member States of the European Union. As the race heats up, the Chief of the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), Mr. Straume, has expressed concerns about the potential use of false information and artificial intelligence in the final days of the campaign.
Straume has noted an increase in campaigning violations, with thirty-eight such instances recorded so far. In response, KNAB has initiated four administrative processes to address these issues. The Chief has also confirmed KNAB's readiness to respond and prevent any potential violations, should they arise.
Despite these concerns, Straume has stated that the current situation does not seem overly worrying when compared to previous election periods. He emphasised that there has been no serious wrongdoing until now.
For a comprehensive overview of the parties applying for the European elections in Latvia, readers are invited to read two separate stories - Part 1 and Part 2. Straume has reiterated KNAB's commitment to ensuring a fair and transparent election process, and has expressed confidence in their ability to address any issues that may arise.
As Latvia prepares to cast its vote, the focus remains on ensuring a free and fair election, with KNAB at the forefront of efforts to combat any potential violations.
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